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Commerce along 52nd Street

Taking it to the streets in West Philadelphia

Alex Vuocolo Tuesday, August 25, 2015
Sidewalk vending has long been an institution on the 52nd Street commercial corridor, and now those non-traditional businesses are being modernized and incorporated into a grander vision of revitalization. All it took was a whole lot of compromise.
P'unk Avenue Print Studio

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: Family fun in Parkside, art meets science in UC and boozy printing on E. Passyunk

Hailey Blessing Tuesday, August 25, 2015
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2015 Fringe Festival

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: Mt. Airy Art Garage needs your help, poetry in Parkside and Fringe Fest 2015

Hailey Blessing Tuesday, August 18, 2015
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Smith Memorial in West Fairmount Park

On The Ground: We're open for business in Parkside

Lee Stabert Tuesday, August 11, 2015
We've found a home in our first #OntheGroundPHL neighborhood. Come say hi, and stay tuned for news on exciting programming coming to the space.
"Restless City," screened at BlackStar

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: Art at Bartram's Garden, the BlackStar Film Festival and touring Chestnut St.

Hailey Blessing Tuesday, July 21, 2015
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The skyline from Upper Darby

We've got HUGE news: On the Ground is back!

Lee Stabert Tuesday, July 14, 2015
Beginning in spring 2012, Flying Kite spent a year getting to know four amazing local neighborhoods. Now the innovative pop-up program is back and bigger than ever. Where are we headed next? You'll have to click through to find out.
Impact Hub Philly

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: Open hours at NextFab, party at The Porch and running for justice

Hailey Blessing Tuesday, July 14, 2015
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Dominic Sisti

Dominic Sisti talks "Bringing Back the Asylum"

Lee Stabert Tuesday, June 16, 2015
The head of the Scattergood Program for the Applied Ethics of Behavioral Healthcare talks about his thought-provoking article, the strong reaction and what he and his colleagues really meant to say.
Camden Night Gardens

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: The Science of Networking, wrapping up Tech Week and Camden's Night Garden

Hailey Blessing Tuesday, April 28, 2015
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A Neighborhood Time Exchange event on January 9

Neighborhood Time Exchange puts artists to work

Alaina Mabaso Tuesday, March 31, 2015
An innovative new program gives artists studio space and financial support in exchange for tackling projects in the West Philadelphia community. And in a true twist, it's the neighborhood that decides the exact nature of those tasks. 
Community Connectors in West Philadelphia

Connecting the dots in Philly's neighborhoods

Brandon Alcorn Tuesday, February 24, 2015
The Community Connectors program employs a diverse stable of advocates -- from high school students to crossing guards to stay-at-home moms -- to unify and energize neighborhoods across Philadelphia. 
Cooper River Distillers

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: Global Service Jam, Swashbuckler's Ball and Speakeasy Open Mic Night

Hailey Blessing Tuesday, February 24, 2015
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Building Heroes get their hands dirty

A Hero's Journey: Building better communities -- and making some cash -- through design

Samantha Wittchen Tuesday, February 10, 2015
Whether you're a 16-year-old who's never touched a power tool, a union carpenter, a design student, or a 20-something skateboarder, Public Workshop's Building Heroes program offers an opportunity to design, build and even sell your next big idea.
Wash Cycle Laundry on the move

18 Pennsylvania Companies to Watch in 2015

Lee Stabert Tuesday, February 03, 2015
As we look forward to a new year, Flying Kite highlights a group of game-changing Commonwealth companies. Whether they're brewing beer, saving lives, making life more convenient or helping kids learn better, these startups are poised for a big 2015. 
Comics at South Philly Comics

Drawing Room: A comprehensive guide to Philly's comic book shops

Jake Blumgart Tuesday, January 20, 2015
Philly is still a bastion for quirky independent stores selling classic superhero tales, rare back issues, manga, independent titles and more. As comics continue to provide grist for the blockbuster mill, don't neglect the charms of the source material.
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